CVE-2025-62608

Description

MLX is an array framework for machine learning on Apple silicon. Prior to version 0.29.4, there is a heap buffer overflow in mlx::core::load() when parsing malicious NumPy .npy files. Attacker-controlled file causes 13-byte out-of-bounds read, leading to crash or information disclosure. This issue has been patched in version 0.29.4.

CVSS v3.1 Score

9.1

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:H

Weakness Type (CWE)

CWE-122 CWE-122

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
ml-explore	mlx	< 0.29.4

References

Advisories & Patches

https://github.com/ml-explore/mlx/pull/1 https://github.com/ml-explore/mlx/pull/2 https://github.com/ml-explore/mlx/security/advisories/GHSA-w6vg-jg77-2qg6

Exploits

https://github.com/ml-explore/mlx/security/advisories/GHSA-w6vg-jg77-2qg6

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2025-62608? +

MLX is an array framework for machine learning on Apple silicon. Prior to version 0.29.4, there is a heap buffer overflow in mlx::core::load() when parsing malicious NumPy .npy files. Attacker-controlled file causes 13-byte out-of-bounds read, leading to crash or information disclosure. This issue has been patched in version 0.29.4. It has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 9.1 (CRITICAL).

How severe is CVE-2025-62608? +

CVE-2025-62608 has a CVSS v3.1 score of 9.1 out of 10, rated CRITICAL. This is a critical vulnerability that should be patched immediately.

What products are affected by CVE-2025-62608? +

CVE-2025-62608 affects products from ml-explore, specifically: mlx. Check the affected products table above for specific version ranges.

How do I check if I'm vulnerable to CVE-2025-62608? +

You can use Secably's free Website Scanner to check your website for known vulnerabilities. For infrastructure scanning, use the Port Scanner to identify exposed services that may be affected. Check the vendor advisories linked above for specific patch and version information.

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